Lab Exceeds United Way Goal of $30,000

Once again, the United Way of Virginia called upon Jefferson Lab employees to help "Build a Caring Community" during its annual appeal, October 12-26.

And once again the Lab met the United Way's call for help. "With the outstanding support and generosity of Lab staff we exceeded our goal," said campaign coordinator Shilda Williams. The Lab's goal was $30,000 and contributions totaled $32,391.

In addition to the annual appeal, 11 Jefferson Lab employees participated in the United Way's "Day of Caring" on September 10. Betty Beeler, Debbie Bruhwel, Brian Carpenter, Isiah Daniels, Rick Gonzales, Denise Leary, Kisha Owens, Christine Snetter, Jerry Stokes, Ivy Thomas and Shilda Williams volunteered their time to work with United Way agencies. Volunteer projects ranged from serving meals to seniors, and replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures to painting and gardening.

Employees can support the United Way in many capacities. Volunteering time to one of the 52 agencies under the United Way umbrella is an excellent opportunity to learn about the programs and services offered. Providing financial support is another way to give back to the community and help those less fortunate than ourselves, Williams explained. One of the easiest ways to give is through payroll deduction which allows for an equal amount of money to be deducted from each paycheck.

To thank employees for their participation, gift certificates from local businesses were raffled off. Karen Bennett, Administration, won a $35 gift certificate for the Outback Steakhouse; Joyce Miller, Physics, won a $25 gift certificate to Dillard's Department Store and Carl Salmons, Physics, won three movie passes to Regal Cinemas.

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